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Hi dear families, my name is Maria Kathia, I am from Peru. I speak English and Spanish. I worked in Peru droppings off kids to school and picking them up from school to take them home some of them kindergarten and other elementary and high school. In USA I have been working with new born, toddler and kids different ages for 19 years in Bergen County NJ. I’m 57 years old and my daughters are adults. I like to have good communication with the parents. I consider myself kind, respectful, punctual, discrete, responsible, and loving with kids. I like to work with kids, play with them and take them to their activities or school. Prepare easy meals. Be cautious of food allergies. Organize their toys. I’m active with good energy. I prioritize keep the kids safe and pay attention to them. I can drive to their appointments, school. I’m fine working with families with small or medium dogs. I have a French bulldog. I love cockatiels and mine lived for 20 years with me. I’m fully vaccinated and booster. I don’t smoke. I have CPR Certification 2024. I’m willing to work anywhere in NJ and NYC. Thank you for reading my introduction!
Hello, parents! My name is Sara. I am a nanny and early childhood educator with nearly 20 years of experience in private childcare. I live near Prospect Park in Brooklyn and work full time with a family on the UWS. I’ve been their nanny for the past 10 years. I studied music therapy at Berklee College of Music with an emphasis on early childhood development and child psychology. While working towards my degree, I taught in the two year old and three year old programs in a local preschool, and served as the music director at a Boston Gymboree. I am a huge believer in child-led play, respectful discipline, and nourishing the imagination. I have availability for babysitting on weekends, late nights, and occasionally when my nanny family travels. I try to keep my calendar up to date to reflect open availability. If you have any questions, please feel free to message!
“Sara was great; she communicated well, solved problems proactively, and had an ease and confidence with our 15-month-old that made for a stress-free night out. Her years of experience are evident. Would definitely rehire.”
*NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING BOOKINGS* Hi! I’m Mel, your child’s future best friend ☺️ I’m a dedicated and nurturing childcare provider, household manager, home organizer, and personal chef with over a decade of experience caring for all ages, from infants to teens, and everything in-between. I prioritize creating a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment that promotes growth, curiosity, and confidence. My background includes expertise in child development and I have a strong interest in child psychology and learning how to best support their emotional needs. I have extensive experience with neurodivergent children and those with differing needs and I tailor my care to support each child individually. There is no one-size-fits-all method with children and I genuinely enjoy learning with each child in my care. In addition to my childcare credentials, I have a medical background, I’m CPR/BLS certified, an experienced personal chef, and a passionate home (and life!) organizer. I'd love to bring these skills to your household to help your lives run more seamlessly. I pride myself on having an individual approach for each family's unique needs and I look forward to hearing more about your family and what you’re looking for!
“She was truly wonderful with my children! My five and eight year old loved her immediately. She was also very communicative and timely. I trusted her to take excellent care of my little ones-- can't recommend highly enough.”
Hey families! I’m Nia, 22 years old from The Bronx. For work I am a teacher’s assistant working my way up to become a full time teacher! Working with kids gives me a sense of purpose. I love being able to give advice to a young mind who is building their way up in the world or just being a friend and someone they can enjoy their time with. I am a pretty lively and active person with lots of energy to keep everyone happy and entertained :). The ability to connect, and teach are at the core of my work along with the mental well-being of the children I work with. I hope to share these values with the families I meet in the near future. <3
“So sweet, energetic, communicative, and my boys loved her! Will have her back!!”
Hello! I’m a 29 year old student double majoring in Social Sciences at Columbia University. I’m originally from San Diego, CA & the Tijuana, BC area in Mexico. I’m CPR and First Aid Certified, speak English, Spanish, & conversational French. I’ve been caring for children over 10 years! I’m the best at pretend play, board games, crafts, singing and dancing with the kiddos. I clean up after all our activities which I strive to make engaging, educational, and fun; no matter the age group! I’ve cared for multiple (10+) children at a time, special needs children, have assisted at events, cared for sick children, children with allergies, and have also worked in a daycare setting environment. The ages of the children I’ve cared for range from 4 weeks - 16 years old. I have plenty references I’d be delighted to provide, including my latest long term position in the city. I can pick up/drop off and drive around your children, have a valid drivers license and clean driving record, can tutor or help with homework. I truly love spending time with children and enjoy their company, I value the flexibility of my profession and difference from a 9-5 job. I’m really excited to find a family that will be the best fit for me and hope to soon be the best fit for someone else! My goal is to provide the best service possible without a transactional experience. Thank you so much for taking the time to review my profile!
“Sylvia is great! She’s really good at communication and she’s incredibly punctual. She’s awesome with my daughter and you can tell she actually cares and wants to make the experience fun for the child. 10/10 recommend, will definitely be booking again !! ”
All UrbanSitter babysitters are background checked every year. Profiles are individually reviewed by our Trust and Safety team.
"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"
Hillary S., parent
"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."
Theresa M., parent
"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"
Lauren D., parent
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